as in projections
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
a recess in the face of the cliff that is hidden by the thick vines dangling from the jagged overhang above
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as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the narrow streets of the old European city are lined with row houses often having overhanging second stories
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as in threatens
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
the problem of how he might be able to afford sending his children to college has been overhanging him for several years
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Recent Examples of overhangs
Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
Putting it all together, Broadcom tackled the overhangs surrounding its stock head on, and the market is responding nicely in extending trading, with shares up about 5%.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
Where the roof overhangs the back porch, vents fitted with fine-gauge mesh are designed to block embers from entering the attic.
—Sacbee.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The new Afeela Prototype 2026 looked remarkably similar to the Afeela 1 pre-production unit, with short overhangs, a long wheelbase, and an overall larger footprint.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2026
Its short overhangs, boxy but round-cornered shape, and stubbed hood all remind one of the Bus of the 1970s.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
In fact, whatever overhangs your property is considered your responsibility.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2025
The overall quality of this print was fantastic, with nearly no vertical fine artifacts (VFAs) on the side walls and no problems with the overhangs on the front hull or the bridging for the roof or doorway.
—PC Magazine, 22 Nov. 2025
Now, there will be an overall theme for the shopping center, with individual storefronts having their own signage and overhangs, Ardigo said.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
Cliff swallows make nests out of mud pellets that cling to overhangs.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
Putting it all together, Broadcom tackled the overhangs surrounding its stock head on, and the market is responding nicely in extending trading, with shares up about 5%.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
Where the roof overhangs the back porch, vents fitted with fine-gauge mesh are designed to block embers from entering the attic.
—Sacbee.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The new Afeela Prototype 2026 looked remarkably similar to the Afeela 1 pre-production unit, with short overhangs, a long wheelbase, and an overall larger footprint.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2026
Its short overhangs, boxy but round-cornered shape, and stubbed hood all remind one of the Bus of the 1970s.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
In fact, whatever overhangs your property is considered your responsibility.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2025
The overall quality of this print was fantastic, with nearly no vertical fine artifacts (VFAs) on the side walls and no problems with the overhangs on the front hull or the bridging for the roof or doorway.
—PC Magazine, 22 Nov. 2025
Now, there will be an overall theme for the shopping center, with individual storefronts having their own signage and overhangs, Ardigo said.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overhangs
Noun
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The 1996 ad painted a dramatic picture to sell retirement planning, and while some of its projections came surprisingly close, the reality is more nuanced.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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But federal budget projections also show the program shrinking as the new work rules kick in, suggesting feeding fewer people is a feature of HR1.—
Andre Mouchard,
Oc Register,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The lone camera is a single round lens that protrudes from the upper-left corner of the rear panel.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
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The other two types are subserosal (which protrudes on the outside of the uterus) and intramural (which grow within the muscle layer).—
Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Drought threatens the existence of the Western cowboy.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Industry analysts say the agreement threatens to undermine business confidence in the United States by exerting unprecedented executive power to influence the private sector.—
Michael Copley,
NPR,
26 Mar. 2026
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The 10a’s completely flat back is a rarity among smartphones, most of which have substantial protrusions that house their camera optics, causing those devices to wobble when placed on a table.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The female’s back is covered in small protrusions that resemble popped kernels of popcorn, inspiring its genus name Zea, derived from the corn plant.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), a brain aneurysm is a weakened area in an artery that bulges outward and fills with blood.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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The bill would eliminate some offerings, including virtual driver’s education, a literacy program for students in grades K-5 and custom sections.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Mar. 2026
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However, most of my friends in France use the readily available prepackaged pàte brisée from the refrigerator sections of supermarkets.—
Georgeanne Brennan,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In April, ruby-red paintbrush pokes out of the ground, and in late summer, vibrant yellow rabbitbrush flowers join the mix.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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The nurturing Moon pokes Mars today, drawing attention to your 2nd House of Objects and your 11th House of Groups.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2026
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When cells produce proteins, the amino acids spontaneously fold into tangled and twisted structures, with pockets and protuberances, and sometimes long, trailing tails.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
28 Nov. 2025
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In the far distance lies the Pacific Ocean, and beyond that, featureless protuberances labeled Japan, Russia and China.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Overhangs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overhangs. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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